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Destination Annapurna

Duration 11 Days

Difficulty Easy Persons

Group Size 2-30

Maximum Altitude 3210m.

Best Time Spring and Autumn

Activities Adventure

Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse/lodge

Meals Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transportation Private Transport

Start from Kathmandu

End at Kathmandu

Trip Overview

Trip Highlight

Poon Hill Sunrise (3,210m): Spectacular Himalayan views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and Nilgiri.
Chitwan National Park Safari: Jeep safari, canoe ride, and nature walks in Nepal’s premier wildlife reserve.
Classic Annapurna Foothills Trek: Ghorepani, Tadapani, and Ghandruk villages.
Rapti River Canoeing: Spot crocodiles and exotic birdlife.
Cultural Encounters: Tharu cultural dance in Chitwan and Gurung heritage in Ghandruk.
Rhododendron Forests: Lush trails during spring trekking season.
Moderate Trekking: Suitable for beginners with good fitness.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400m)
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a trek briefing and orientation covering safety, route details, and preparation.

Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 2 : Kathmandu – Chitwan National Park (200m. – approx. 6 hours drive)
After breakfast, drive through scenic hills and river valleys to Chitwan National Park. Upon arrival, check in to your lodge. In the evening, enjoy a Tharu cultural dance performance, offering insight into local traditions.

Overnight: Jungle lodge in Chitwan
Day 3 : Chitwan Jungle Safari Activities
A full day of wildlife exploration:
- Canoe ride on the Rapti River to observe crocodiles and aquatic birds
- Guided nature walk with a professional naturalist
- Afternoon jeep safari to spot one-horned rhinos, deer, monkeys, wild boars, and possibly the Bengal tiger
- Evening campfire program or cultural exchange
Overnight: Jungle lodge in Chitwan
Day 4 : Chitwan – Pokhara (910m. – approx. 6 hours drive)
After breakfast, drive (6–7 hours) to Pokhara, Nepal’s most beautiful lakeside city. Evening walk along Phewa Lake with mountain reflections.

Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara
Day 5 : Drive to Nayapul – Trek to Ulleri (2,070m)
Drive to Nayapul (approx. 1.5 hours). Begin trekking along the Modi Khola, passing Birethanti, Tikhedhunga, and Hile. Ascend the famous stone staircase to reach Ulleri, a traditional Magar village.

Overnight: Teahouse in Ulleri
Day 6 : Trek to Ghorepani (2,850m)
Trek through dense oak and rhododendron forests, passing Banthanti and Nangethanti. Reach Ghorepani, known for its stunning mountain viewpoints.

Overnight: Teahouse in Ghorepani
Day 7 : Poon Hill Sunrise – Trek to Tadapani (2,625m)
Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) for a breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas. Return for breakfast, then trek through forest trails to Tadapani.

Overnight: Teahouse in Tadapani
Day 8 : Trek to Ghandruk (1,940m)
Descend through rhododendron forests to Ghandruk, a beautiful Gurung village. Explore the village and visit the local museum showcasing Gurung culture and traditions.

Overnight: Teahouse in Ghandruk
Day 9 : Trek to Nayapul – Drive to Pokhara
Trek down to Birethanti and continue to Nayapul. Drive back to Pokhara and enjoy a relaxing lakeside evening.

Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara
Day 10 : Pokhara – Kathmandu
After breakfast, return to Kathmandu by tourist bus or optional domestic flight. Evening free for shopping or enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant.

Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 11 : Final Departure
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey.